Srinagar, Oct 30 (KNO): With Diwali just around the corner, markets are buzzing with shoppers eager to celebrate the festival of lights.<\/p>\n
Stalls and shops across the City are packed with firecrackers, sweets, decorations, and festive goods, as people gear up for one of the most cherished festivals.<\/p>\n
As per the details gathered by the news agency\u2014Kashmir News Observer (KNO), as Diwali approaches, the markets in Srinagar are showing a notable increase in shoppers, with people eager to celebrate the festival of lights and coming in good numbers.<\/p>\n
One of the shoppers in Srinagar said that this year, the demand for firecrackers is very high. \u201cWe have already sold more than half of our stock, and we are bringing in more every day,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
He added that despite recent moves to encourage eco-friendly celebrations, traditional fireworks remain a popular choice for many families.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, sweet shops are also witnessing a rush, with customers picking up boxes of sweets to share with family and friends. \u201cOur kaju katli and gulab jamuns, including ladoo, are selling like hotcakes, and we are also restocking them,\u201d said Joginder, an owner of Shakti Sweets in Lal Chowk, Srinagar.<\/p>\n
Notably, shoppers express excitement for the season.<\/p>\n
Aniket Sharma, a local, said, \u201cFor us, Diwali is incomplete without fireworks. I know there are alternatives, but a few sparkles and sounds bring back the joy of childhood.\u201d<\/p>\n
Another local, Amit, said, \u201cDiwali brings families together. This is one time when everyone shops for the home and for each other, which feels special.\u201d\u2014(KNO)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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